Desa CEF26BN Original instructions

Read these instructions completely before beginning
installation. Failure to follow them could cause a heater
malfunction resulting in serious injury and/or property
damage.
WARNING: All electric heaters have hot and arcing or
sparking parts inside. Do not use it in areas where gaso-
line, paint or flammable liquids are or are stored.
WARNING: This heater is tested and listed for use only
with the optional accessories listed in these instruc-
tions. Use of optional accessories not specifically
tested for this heater could void the heater warranty
and/or result in a safety hazard.
This fireplace meets the construction and safety stan-
dards of H.U.D. for application in manufactured homes
when installed according to these instructions.
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ELECTRIC FIREPLACE/INSERT
SAFETY INFORMATION AND INSTALLATION MANUAL
For Model CEF26BN with Brushed Nickel Trim

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SAFETY INFORMATION
WARNING: Improper installa-
tion, adjustment, alteration, ser-
vice or maintenance can cause
injury or property damage. Refer
to this manual. For assistance or
additional information, consult
a qualified installer.
CAUTION: Do not expose the
heater to the elements (such as
rain, etc).
CAUTION: The fireplace insert
unit is mounted on rubber feet. The
purpose is to ensure adequate air
circulation beneath unit. DO NOT
remove these feet. Do not install
directly on carpet, rug, furniture
or similar surfaces which could
hinder or block the air flow.
Due to high temperatures, the
firebox should be located out of
traffic and away from furniture
and draperies.
Do not place clothing or other
flammable material on or near
firebox. Never place any objects
on the fireplace.
Carefully supervise young chil-
dren when they are in the room
with fireplace.
When installed in an RV, do
not operate when vehicle is in
motion.
Fireplace becomes very hot
when running. Keep children and
adults away from hot surfaces to
avoid burns or clothing ignition.
Fireplace will remain hot for a
time after shutdown. Allow sur-
faces to cool before touching.
When using electrical heaters, basic precautions
should always be followed to reduce the risk of
fire, electric shock and injury to persons, including
the following:
1. Read all instructions before using this heater.
2. Keep combustible materials, such as furniture,
pillows, bedding, papers, clothes and curtains
at least 3 feet from front of heater and keep
them away from sides and rear.
3. Always unplug heater when not in use.
4. Do not operate any heater with a damaged cord
or plug or after heater malfunctions, has been
dropped or damaged in any way. Return heater
to authorized service facility for examination,
electrical or mechanical adjustment or repair.
5. Do not use outdoors.
6. This heater is not intended for use in bath-
rooms, laundry areas and similar indoor
locations. Never locate heater where it may
fall into a bathtub or other water container.
7. Do not run cord under carpeting. Do not cover
cord with throw rugs, runners or the like. Ar-
range cord away from traffic area and where
it will not be tripped over.
8. To disconnect heater, turn controls to "OFF"
before removing plug from outlet.
9. Do not insert or allow foreign objects to enter any
ventilation or exhaust opening as this may cause
an electric shock or fire or damage the heater.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Safety Information ............................................... 2
Listing Approvals ................................................. 3
Product Dimension Specifications ....................... 3
Unpacking and Testing Fireplace ........................ 4
Locating Fireplace ............................................... 4
Installation ........................................................... 5
Finishing .............................................................. 7
Operating Instructions ......................................... 7
Cleaning and Maintenance .................................. 9
Technical Service .............................................. 10
Replacement Parts .............................................11
Troubleshooting ..................................................11
Warranty Information ............................ Back Page

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SAFETY INFORMATION
Continued
10. To prevent possible fire, do not block air
intakes in any manner.
11. A heater has hot and arcing or sparking parts
inside. Do not use it in areas where gasoline,
paint or flammable liquids are used or stored.
12. Use this heater only as described in this
manual. Any other use not recommended
by the manufacturer may cause fire, electric
shock or injury to persons.
13. Avoid the use of an extension cord because the
extension cord may overheat and cause a risk of
fire. However, if you have to use an extension
cord, the cord should be No. 14 AWG minimum
size and rated not less than 1875 WATTS.
14. Always use properly grounded fused and
polarized outlets.
15. Always use ground fault protection where
required by electrical codes.
16. Always disconnect power before performing any
cleaning, maintenance or relocation of heater.
17. To prevent a possible fire, do not burn wood
or other materials in this heater.
18 To prevent electric shock or fire, always use
a certified electrician should new circuits or
outlets be required.
19. When transporting or storing heater, keep in
a dry place free from excessive vibration and
store as to avoid damage.
LISTING APPROVALS
This heater has been tested in accordance with the
CSA Standards for fixed and location-dedicated
electric room heaters in the United States. All
components are UL or CSA safety certified.
If you need assistance during installation, please
contact your local dealer or the DESA Heating
Products Technical Services Department at
1-866-6040.
Model: CEF26BN
Description: 26" Fireplace/Insert
Voltage: 120
Watts: 1500
Amps: 15 Amp
Grounded Circuit
PRODUCT DIMENSION
SPECIFICATIONS
Figure 1 - Heater Dimensions
Note: This heater must be electrically wired and
grounded in accordance with local codes or, in
the absence of local codes, with National Electric
Code ANSI/NFPA 70-latest edition or the Cana-
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LOCATING FIREPLACE
WARNING: Due to high tem-
peratures, this heater should
be located out of traffic. Keep
combustible materials such
as furniture, pillows, bedding,
papers, clothes and curtains at
least 3 feet (.9m) from the front
of the heater.
WARNING: Never locate this
heater where it may fall into a bath-
tub or other water container.
NOTICE: Minimum and maximum
clearances must be maintained at
all times. Illustrations throughout
these instructions reflect typical
installations and are for design
purposes only. Actual installa-
tions may vary slightly due to
individual preferences.
FRAMING
Figure 3, page 5 shows a typical framing of this
heater using combustible materials. All required
clearances to combustibles must be adhered to.
Header height is measured from the base of the
heater.
Tools and building supplies required for
installation:
• Saw • Square
• Pliers • Gloves
• Hammer • Level
• Phillips screwdriver • Framing materials
• Tape measure • Surround
• Wall-finishing materials • Caulking material
• Electric drill/bits
Figure 2 - Heater Locations
UNPACKING AND
TESTING FIREPLACE
Carefully remove the unit from the box. Prior
to permanently installing the unit, test to make
sure the unit operates properly. To do this, plug
the unit's power supply cord into a conveniently
located 120-volt grounded outlet.
CAUTION; The unit's power
supply cord must be connected
to a properly grounded and pro-
tected 120-volt outlet. Always use
ground fault protection where
required by the electrical code.
WARNING: Do not operate
the unit if it is damaged or has
malfunctioned. If you suspect the
unit is damaged, return the unit
to an authorized service facility
for examination, electrical or me-
chanical adjustment or repair.
WARNING: To prevent
contact with sagging or loose
insulation, the heater must not
be installed against vapor barrier
or exposed insulation. Localized
overheating could occur and a
fire could result.
CAUTION: Do not expose the
heater to the elements (such as
rain, etc.)
CAUTION: Wear gloves and
safety glasses for protection
during installation and main-
tenance.
Figure 2 illustrates a variety of ways the heater may
be located in a room. The heater may be installed
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LOCATING FIREPLACE
Continued
CAUTION: Provide adequate
clearances around the air open-
ings and adequate accessibility
clearances for servicing and
proper operations.
Figure 3 - Framing Heater for New
Construction/Renovation
3/4" - 1/2"
Note: The height that a combustible mantel is
fitted above the heater is dependent on the height
of the front selected. The minimum height is 1"
above the front.
26 3/4"
27
Header
Height
13"
INSTALLATION
WARNING - RISK OF FIRE!
The power cord must not be
pinched or against a sharp edge.
Secure cord to avoid tripping or
snagging to reduce the risk of fire,
electric shock or personal injury.
Do not run cord under carpet-
ing. Do not cover cord with
throw rugs, runners or the like.
Arrange cord away from traffic
areas and where it will not be
tripped over.
WARNING - RISK OF FIRE!
To prevent a possible fire, do
not block air intake or exhaust in
any manner. Do not use on soft
surfaces (like a bed) where open-
ings may become blocked.
WARNING - RISK OF FIRE!
Do not blow or place insulation
against the firebox.
WARNING: This heater is
tested and listed for use only
with the approved optional ac-
cessories. Use of optional ac-
cessories not specifically tested
for this heater could void the
heater warranty and/or result in
a safety hazard.
WARNING: If the informa-
tion in these instructions is
not followed exactly, a fire or
explosion may result causing
property damage, personal in-
jury or death.
Do not store or use gasoline or
other flammable vapors in the vi-
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INSTALLING AS A FIREPLACE
Select a suitable location that is not susceptible to
moisture and is away from drapes, furniture and
high traffic areas. Note: Follow all national and
local electrical codes. This insert can be installed
into either an existing fireplace or as new construc-
tion/renovation.
NOTICE: Never pick unit up by
louvers. Louvers will bend.
Existing Fireplace Installation
1. Thoroughly clean out the existing fireplace
and hearth area.
2. Seal all drafts, vents or ash clean-outs with fiber-
glass insulation. Seal the flue. Once sealed, close
damper to stop debris from falling onto unit.
3. If existing fire box is susceptible to moisture, cap
the top of the chimney flue to prevent infiltration
of water. Note: It is strongly advised that you
hire a qualified professional to undertake this
step in order to prevent personal injury. Once the
flue is capped, the chimney is no longer suitable
for wood burning. Note: Do not install this unit
into a fireplace that is prone to dampness; the
area of installation must be dry.
4. Plan the power supply. If an existing grounded
outlet is near the fireplace, the power cord can
run along the front of the fireplace. If the cord is
not long enough to reach the outlet, a grounded
extension cord minimum AWG No. 14 and rated
to a minimum of 1875 watts, may be used. If you
plan to cut or drill a hole in the existing fireplace
for wiring, it is best to hire a professional to do
this step in order to prevent personal injury. To
reduce the risk of fire, do not run the power cord
under rugs, carpets, etc. Arrange the power sup-
ply cord away from high traffic areas where it
may pose a tripping hazard.
WARNING: The solid fuel/gas
fireplace has been converted for
use with an electric insert and
cannot be used for original fuels
unless all original parts have
been replaced and the fireplace
has been reapproved by the au-
thority having jurisdiction.
New Construction or Renovation
1. Select a location that is not prone to moisture
and is located at least .9 m or 3 feet away
from combustible materials such as curtains
or drapes, furniture, bedding, paper, etc.
2. Place unit in selected location to see how it
will look in the future.
3. Mark the desired location on the floor and store
unit in a safe, dry and dust free location.
4. Frame in an opening leaving at least 1/4" (6 mm)
around the edge of the unit. Any new wiring
must be done in compliance with local and
national codes and other applicable regula-
tions in order to reduce the risk of fire, electric
shock or other injuries. Therefore, it strongly
recommended that you hire a professional to
complete any such work.
5. Plan you power supply. See step 4 of Existing
Fireplace Installation.
Installing Insert
Once the site has been prepared, the fireplace insert
can be installed.
1. Install the trim onto the front of the unit.
2. Make sure switch is in the "OFF" position.
3. Plug fireplace into a 15-amp/120 volt,
grounded outlet.
4. Push fireplace insert so that the trim is against
the finished mantle or wall surface.
NOTICE: When the front is
installed it will cover the gap
between the heater and framing,
cabinet, finishing materials or
existing fireplace.
INSTALLATION
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FINISHING
Combustible Finishing Material : Materials
made of or surfaced with wood, compressed paper,
plant fibers, plastics or any material capable of
igniting and burning, whether flame proofed or not,
plastered or unplastered (this includes drywall).
Noncombustible Finishing Material : Mate-
rials which will not ignite and burn. Such materials
are those consisting entirely of steel, iron, brick,
tile, concrete, slate, glass or plasters or combina-
tions thereof or have a fire rating of zero.
WARNING: Grills on this heater
cannot, in any way, be covered as
it may create a fire hazard,
FINISHING CHECKLIST
• Power supply service must be completed prior
to finishing to avoid reconstruction.
• Grilles and air openings cannot be covered in
any circumstances.
Note: The heater is a zero clearance fireplace and
may be finished with combustible or noncombus-
tible finishing materials.
When using paint or lacquer to finish the mantel, they
must be heat resistant to prevent discoloration.
OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS
The controls (see Figure 4) are located behind
the grill above glass panel and can be accessed
by pulling the grill from the top, forward and
down.
1. Main ON/OFF power switch: This switch
is located at the furthest right corner on
the control panel. Turn the switch to ON
and unit will be ready to operate. The "|"
indicates ON and "O" indicates OFF.
Figure 4 - Controls For Electric Fireplace
Main ON/OFF
Power Switch
Display ON/OFF Knob
Heater Temperature
Control Dial
IMPORTANT: Once you turn the
main switch to the ON posi-
tion, the remote control can no
longer be used. In order to use
the remote control, you must
keep the main ON/OFF switch
in the OFF.
2. Display ON/OFF knob: There is a flame
icon directly below this knob. After you
turn the Main Power switch to the ON
position, turn the Display Knob to desired
setting. Both the logset and the flame will
light up inside the fireplace
3. Heater Switch and Control Dial: The dial is
located to the furthest left on the front panel
with a temperature icon directly below it. To
turn the heater on, flip the Heater Switch to
ON position (the "|" indicates ON and "O"
indicates OFF) then turn the dial clockwise
past the number 8. You should hear a small
clicking sound indicating the heater has
started and heat will emit through the vents
located in the middle of the control panel. To
turn off heater, turn the temperature dial
counter clockwise past number 1 and flip
the Heater Switch to OFF position. Heat will
stop coming out of the vent.
To increase the desired temperature, turn
the temperature dial clockwise towards
Number 8.
To decrease the desired temperature, turn
the temperature dial counter clockwise
towards number 1. The heater has built-in
thermostat so it will shut off automatically
once the set temperature is reached. It will
also turn on automatically if the room tem-
perature drops below the set temperature
on the dial.
Note: When the heater is turned on for the
first time, it may release a slight, harmless
odor. This odor is a normal occurrence
caused by the initial heating of the internal
heating elements and should not occur
again.
4. Backlight Control Knob: The backlight
control knob allows you to brighten or dim
the light that shines on the logs.
OPERATING BY REMOTE CONTROL
1. Plug in your electric fireplace and it will
beep once. This means you have power
and your remote is ready to operate your
electric fireplace.
Heater ON/OFF
Power Switch
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OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS
Continued
IMPORTANT: To control the
electric fireplace by remote, the
Main ON/OFF power switch on
the fireplace must be in the OFF
position; the remote control will
NOT work if the manual ON/OFF
switch is in the ON position.
2. When operating the remote control, it must
be pointed at the logset inside the electric
fireplace and a beep must be heard each time
you press a function button. The beep con-
firms the remote control is performing the
function you have requested. Note: Make
sure your batteries are fully charged and
installed correctly in your remote control.
3. POWER ON/OFF button at the top left is
the main ON/OFF power button. Pressing
this button you will hear a beep; this acti-
vates the power to the unit. Note: If the
flame does not come immediately, press the
DISPLAY ON/OFF button.
4. The two LOGSET buttons control
the brightness of ember bed, which
changes the brightness of your logset.
To increase the brightness, press and re-
lease the BRIGHTER button. Each time
you press this button you will hear a beep,
and the brightness will increase by a small
amount, until the maximum is reached.
To decrease the brightness, press and release
the DIMMER button. Each time you press
this button you will hear a beep and the
brightness will decrease by a small amount,
until the minimum brightness is reached.
5. Heater Button: To activate the heater,
press the heater button, then press HI,
MED or LO. The heater is per-set to the
following temperatures:
HIGH will shut off when room reaches
approximately 86° F (30 C)
MED will shut off when room reaches ap-
proximately 75° F (24 C)
LO will shut off when room reaches
approximately 64° F (18 C)
6. To adjust the intensity of the flame,
press the two buttons labeled HIGH-
ER and LOWER under FLAME.
To increase the flame intensity, press
and release the HIGHER button. Each
time you press the button you will hear a
beep and the size of the flame will increase
slightly until the maximum setting is
reached.
To decrease the flame intensity, press
and release the LOWER button. Each time
you press this button you will hear a beep
and the size of the flame will decrease slight-
ly until the minimum setting is reached.
7. To use the fireplace as a heater without
the flame, press the LOGSET DISPLAY
ON/OFF button to turn the flame off and
press the HEATER ON/OFF button to turn
the heater on (if the heater was in the OFF
position). Press the LOGSET DISPLAY
ON/OFF button again to turn the flame
back on. Press HEATER ON/OFF button
again to turn the heater off.
Note: You may have to re-adjust your
desired flame setting (see step 6).
FLAME
TEMP. CONTROL
POWER
ON/OFF
ON/OFF
ON/OFF
HIGH
HIGHER
MED LOW
LOWER
Dimmer Brighter
EMBERS/
LOGSET
HEATER
DISPLAY
Indicator
Light
Infrared
Ray Exit
Figure 5 - Remote Control For Electric
Fireplace

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INSTRUCTIONS
Continued
CLEANING AND
MAINTENANCE
WARNING: Always discon-
nect power and allow the heater
to cool before performing any
cleaning, maintenance or reloca-
tion of this heater. Turn controls
to OFF and remove plug from
outlet or turn off circuit breaker
to heater.
Turn off heater and circuit breaker to heater before
performing any cleaning and/or maintenance. Al-
low heater to cool completely.
CLEANING FIREBOX
COMPARTMENT
1. Remove screw and glass retainer clip from
front of glass. With gloves and safety glasses,
remove the glass front by tilting top out and
lifting up on glass. Place glass on smooth soft
surface to avoid breakage.
2. Using the brush vacuum attachment, gently
clean compartment.
3. After cleaning compartment, replace glass or
screen and front face. Reset circuit breaker.
BACK GLASS
1. The glass is cleaned in the factory during
assembly. During shipment, installation, han-
dling, etc. the glass surface may collect dust
particles. These can be removed by buffing
lightly with a clean dry cloth.
8. To turn off the fireplace, press the POWER
ON/OFF button once. When you hear the
beep, the fireplace will be completely off
and the flame will disappear. When you re-
start the fireplace with the remote control,
all of the features you had set will remain
in effect.
NOTICE: This remote control must remain
within 8 meters or 26 feet of the fireplace to
be effective.
IMPORTANT: If the flame does not acti-
vate after the POWER ON/OFF button
is pressed, press the DISPLAY ON/OFF
button to activate the flame. If the flame
does not appear, repeat step 4, page 8.
2. To remove fingerprints or other marks, the
glass can be cleaned with a damp cloth using
a good quality household glass cleaner. The
glass should be completely dried with a lint
free cloth or paper towel.
3. In the event of glass breakage, vacuum all
remaining glass pieces with a shop vac. DO
NOT VACUUM WHILE PIECES ARE HOT.
Replace glass only with replacement part
specifically for this heater. Never substitute
material. Only fully tempered soda lime safety
glass may be used on this heater.
BULB REPLACEMENT
WARNING: The halogen light
bulbs in your unit can become
extremely hot. Allow at least 10
minutes between turning off the
heater and removing the light
bulbs to avoid accidental burns.
There are a total of 6 halogen light bulbs (type
GX6.35 rated 120 volts, 20 watts or 35 watts)
in your unit.
• 2 bulbs provide illumination for the ember bed
beneath the log set
• 2 bulbs provide illumination for the flame
generation assembly
• 2 bulbs for replacement
WARNING: Do not install
replacement bulbs that exceed
specified maximum watts.
Your fireplace unit must be opened in order to
replace the light bulbs. To reduce the number of
times you need to open the unit, replace all bulbs
at the same time.
Ember Bed Bulbs
1. Carefully remove glass (see step 1 under
Cleaning Firebox Compartment).
2. From the bottom, gently pull forward and lift
up log set ember bed until front edge clears
the front of the unit (do not pull up on logs).
3. Remove spring clip. Hold socket and pull out
the old bulb.
Figure 6 - Ember Bed Bulb Location
Bulbs
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4. Hold socket and push in new bulb (DO NOT
exceed wattage).
5. Replace spring clip onto bulb.
6. Repeat steps 3 through 5 for second bulb.
7. Gently push ember bed down until rear edge
is resting against rear ledge of unit.
8. Replace glass.
Flame Generation Bulbs
1. Carefully remove glass (see step 1 under
Cleaning Firebox Compartment, page 9).
2. From the bottom, gently pull forward and lift
up log set ember bed until front edge clears
the front of the unit (do not pull up on logs).
3. Loosen left and right screws/brackets that hold
glass in place. These are located at the bottom
of glass panel (see Figure 7).
4. With gloves and safety glasses in place, lift up
on bottom of glass by placing fingers in notches
(see Figure 7) and pull forward. Place glass on
smooth, soft surface to avoid breakage.
5. Locate flame generation cylindrical drum,
figure 8.
6. Squeeze half of drum cylinder until it's top
edge clears the top drum track. Remove bot-
tom edge of cylinder drum from bottom drum
track. This will give you access to the light
bulbs. Note: Do not exert excessive pressure
on drum cylinder as this may cause damage.
7. Remove spring clip. Hold socket and pull out
old bulb.
8. Hold socket and push in new bulb (DO NOT
exceed wattage). Replace spring clip.
CLEANING AND
MAINTENANCE
Continued
TECHNICAL SERVICE
You may have further questions about installation,
operation or troubleshooting. If so, contact DESA
Heating Productsʼ Technical Service Department
at 1-866-672-6040. When calling please have your
model and serial numbers of your heater ready.
You can also visit DESA Heating Productsʼ techni-
cal services web site at www.desatech.com.
Flame Cylinder Drum
Figure 8 - Flame Generation Cylinder
Drum
Figure 7 - Glass and Bracket Location
Glass
Bracket
Glass
Notch for
Access
to Glass
Panel
9. Repeat steps 5 and 6 for second bulb.
10. Insert bottom edge of removed cylinder half
into bottom drum track. Squeeze drum cylin-
der until it's top edge fits into top drum rack.
11. With gloves, carefully replace glass. Slide top
of glass into metal slot and slide bottom onto
ledge.
12. Place brackets against glass and tighten
screws.
13. Gently push ember bed down until rear edge
is resting against rear ledge of unit.
14. Replace glass.